Events Calendar

1-1:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Bouncing Babies

Storytime is followed by play group. An assortment of age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

1-2pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Myths & Facts about Health Insurance

Benefit Navigator Billie White will host a short talk about Obama Care, The Affordable Care Act, and Marketplace Health Insurance.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

1-3pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Medicare & You - Class

Learn about enrolling in Medicare, the parts of Medicare, the difference between an Advantage Plan, Supplements, & drug coverage options.

Location Online

Seniors

3:30-4:45pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Chess Club

For chess players of all ages – including those eager to learn how to play. (Kids AND Teens)

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids Games & Hobbies

3:30-6pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Dabble Box Open Lab

Stop down to the Dabble Box and see where your creativity takes you. Lots of equipment and supplies available for all ages.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, RCU Dabble Box Makerspace

Crafting & Making

4-5:15pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Acu Meridi-Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga combined with gentle pressure along the meridians of the body to offer deep healing while bringing balance to energy flow.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

4-7pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Tacos + Tequila

Social event offers great company, street tacos, and premium tequilas.

Eddie's Speakeasy at BONDS Social Club
Altoona

Food & Drink

5-7pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Sensory Friendly Night! Sponsored by JAMF

THey'll dim the lights, offer sensory-friendly maker projects, provide access to sensory bins and backpacks, and more.

Children's Museum of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

5:15-6:45pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Grief Processing Group

An in-person space to connect with others seeking help and healing after the loss of a loved one. Facilitated by two mental health therapists.

Family Therapy Associates, LLC
Eau Claire

5:30-7pm Tuesday Nov. 12

An evening of pizza and puzzles at the Young Professionals hosted Pizza and Puzzle Night! This event is hosted by the Young Professional Steering Committee and open to anybody to unwind, socialize, and flex their mental muscles in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. A portion of the proceeds from the event will go toward Landmark Conservancy's efforts to preserve natural spaces.

Stout Craft Co.
Menomonie

Games & Hobbies

6-7:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

ABC's of Home Remodeling

Join the Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association and a panel of experts to learn about various home remodeling projects.

Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association Board Room
Eau Claire

Home & Garden

6-7:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Language Preservation: Importance of Indigenous Language, Land, and Life-Practices

This talk will offer perspective on critical themes and Indigenous cultural and life practices inspired by the reading of A Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Education

6-8pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Chippewa Valley Community Chorus Sing-a-Long & Registration Kick-off

A laid back sing-along, snacks, and fun. Bring a friend and anyone interested in learning about membership.

Trinity Methodist Church
Chippewa Falls

Community

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Book 'Em Mystery Book Club

Copies of the discussion titles are available at the library about a month in advance, and can be picked up at the circulation desk.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Teen Litwits Book Club

Join us for Teen Litwits where you can talk about books you love (or hate) without fear of non-readers getting you down. Registration is required.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6:30-8pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Wiped-out, Weepy, and Wet: The Joys of Menopause Workshop

Workshop designed to help manage the unique challenges of menopause. Wellness experts share practical tools to help navigate this stage of life with ease.

Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

7-8pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Ask-A-Scientist: Child Psychology

Dr. Mike Axelrod in the Department of Psychology at UWEC presents about using children's drawings to understand their problems.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Education

7-8:30pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha

Meditate, listen to a dharma talk, and discuss. Different topics weekly. All are welcome. Meditation instruction available.

Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

7-9pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Dj Bingo at Westside Bar & Grill

Song clips instead of numbers. Get "Bingo" and win prizes. Wide variety of music genres.

Westside Bar & Grill
Eau Claire

7-9pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Amp Quiz Trivia at The Tomahawk Room

Get the gang together and test your Mind with trivia.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Music Bingo at The Reboot Social

An exciting evening of music bingo hosted by Carlson Entertainment. Test your music knowledge with great tunes in a fun atmosphere. Win prizes as you mark off songs on your bingo card.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Dj Trivia at Seymour Swigs

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own or with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

Seymour Swigs
Eau Claire

7:30-10pm Tuesday Nov. 12

Fireside Tunes with Bob Pecor

Bob Pecor found music as a retirement hobby when his daughter asked him to play in her Ukulele Club group in Minneapolis.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Music

All DayWednesday Nov. 13

“Layers of (in)Queer(y)” Art Exhibition

“Layers of (in)QUEER(y)” is a student-curated queer art exhibition inspired by exploration in the HNRS 342 course, Honors Colloquium in Arts with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity, during fall 2023, which focused on queering and questioning the way we interpret art. The exhibition includes 13 national and local artists, interactive art experiences, workshops and a satellite alumni show at McIntyre Library.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

Visual Art

8:30am-12:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Conversations about Change: Advanced Motivational Interviewing

This additional level of training will enhance participants’ skills and application of Motivational Interviewing strategies.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

Career

9-10:30am Wednesday Nov. 13

Storytime

Learning Together Storytime: for children attending with a caregiver. On My Own: for ages 3-6 attending by themselves.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

9am-2pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Bag Sale

Lots of gently-used items (and new) such as jewelry, clothing, home decor, household items, quilts, blankets, toys, books, footwear, and more.

Chippewa Falls Area Senior Center
Chippewa Falls

Open Houses & Shopping

9:30-9:50am Wednesday Nov. 13

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Developmentally appropriate fingerplays, stories, songs and games.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

10-10:30am Wednesday Nov. 13

Toddler Storytime

Age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement to help your child develop language and early literacy skills

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10-11:15am Wednesday Nov. 13

Bloomer Play & Learn

Fun & playful opportunities for families to connect through play, music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives one free book.

G E Bleskacek Family Memorial Bloomer Public Library

10am-noon Wednesday Nov. 13

Smartphone Basics

Learn the basics of how to use a smartphone, including how to turn your device on and off, answer and make calls, read and send text messages, and more

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Education

10:30-11am Wednesday Nov. 13

Preschool Story Time

Registration required. Children must be able to sit independently.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

1:30-2pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Preschool Story Time

Registration required. Children must be able to sit independently.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

4:15-5:10pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Kids Aerial Hammock Class

Students will be introduced to being upside down and standing, wraps, and shapes in an environment focusing on safety.

Moonrise Aerials Studio
Eau Claire

4:30-6pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Stitch-In at the Library

Bring your WIP or UFO to work in a friendly, supportive environment. Stitchers of all levels welcomed.

Cadott Community Library
Cadott

Crafting & Making

5-7:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

9th Annual JA Heroes Gala

A gala recognizing and honoring area student entrepreneurs, teacher partners, classroom volunteers, and board members who go above & beyond.

The Florian Gardens
Eau Claire

Galas

6-7pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Start A Small Business in 8 Steps

Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners are invited to this informational session.

Hosted by Western Wisconsin Women's Business Center

Business

6-7pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Food Insecurity in a Small Town

Discussion will highlight the problem of food insecurity and being able to afford groceries.

Augusta Memorial Public Library
Augusta

Community

6-7pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Hot Mess Hormones Workshop

Chrissy Seibel helps you navigate the complexities of hormonal changes, offering tips and strategies for managing symptoms and maintaining hormonal balance.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

6-8pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Amp Quiz Trivia

Fun, free, and top 3 teams win bar cash.

Elbow Room
Eau Claire

6-8:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

NAMI Chippewa Valley Family-to-Family Class

An 8-session class for family & friends of people with mental health conditions.

Location Details Provided upon Registration.

Community

6-9pm Wednesday Nov. 13

2024 HATCH Business Pitch Competition

Make relationships with fellow investors, local businesses and community leaders. Discover investment opportunities, and meet with entrepreneurs.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Business

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Yin Yoga & Meditation

Yin Yoga is a slow style of yoga that focuses on holding extended poses to release tension. Combined with meditation, it offers powerful healing.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Author Visit: Jamie Lockwood

Author Jamie Lockwood will read from her memoir, Putting Myself Back Together, which chronicles her journey from surviving domestic abuse to reclaiming her life.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Salsa Dancing Series

Perfect for beginners or dancers wanting to improve their skills. Each class will have a simple warm-up, instructed footwork, and then partner dancing.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Dance

7-8:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

DJ Trivia at Whispering Pines Golf Course

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own or with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

Whispering Pines Golf Course
Cadott

7-9pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Amp Quiz Trivia @ Rally House Sports Bar

Teams of any size, great food, drinks, and prizes.

Rally House Sports Bar
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Bingo

One card per participating person. 10 rounds. Win prizes for every round. Bonus pot for blackout round winner. Pot increases weekly. Happy hour prices on drinks from 3pm-6pm.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls